3.25.2020 Three Residents of Senior Facility Test Positive for COVID-19 The St. Charles County Department of Public Health and Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services (DHSS) are conducting an epidemiological investigation on three positive COVID-19 cases from the Frontier Health & Rehabilitation in St. Charles. Two residents are hospitalized, and one has been quarantined.

3.23.20 Three New Positive COVID-19 Cases Reported in St. Charles County The St. Charles County Department of Public Health has been notified of three new positive tests for Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) in the county. The residents are a male in his 70s and two females, one in her 20s and one in her 80s. The cases are the first community-acquired in the county, meaning they are not travel-related.

3.20.20 Second Positive COVID-19 Case Reported by St. Charles County The St. Charles County Department of Public Health has been notified of a second positive test for Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) in the county. A woman in her 50s traveled to Illinois and was briefly in contact with someone there who later tested positive for the disease.

8.16.19 Trapped Mosquitoes Test Positive for West Nile Virus During routine trapping this week by the Division of Environmental Health and Protection, a sample from adult mosquitoes has tested positive for West Nile virus. This finding reminds individuals to remain vigilant in efforts to prevent mosquito bites.

6.13.19 Tetanus Shots Available for Flood Responders, Homeowners The Department of Public Health reminds homeowners, first responders and volunteers working in or near floodwaters to make certain their tetanus vaccinations are up-to-date. Tetanus shots for flood recovery efforts in St. Charles County can be obtained through the health department.

6.5.19 St. Charles County Mosquito Control Effort Works Mosquitoes are both a nuisance and a health concern. A team effort between residents and the Division of Environmental Health and Protection helps "Block the Bite" and reduces risk of exposure to disease-carrying mosquitoes in St. Charles County.

4.3.19 Immunization Clinic Offers Shingles Vaccination The Immunization Clinic has received a limited supply of the Shingrix vaccination that protects against the painful shingles disease. Effective protection requires two doses and there is a nationwide shortage of the vaccine, so those interested in receiving Shingrix should make appointments soon.

2.28.19 St. Charles County MAPP To ensure St. Charles County maintains its status atop Missouri's health rankings, the Department of Public Health is leading a community-wide MAPP process. The project aims to create a Healthy Life for Everyone by identifying needs and evaluating resources available.

10.24.18 Health Department Extends WIC Services Through 2019 The Department of Public Health extended its contract with the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services to continue operating the Women, Infants and Children (WIC) program in St. Charles County through 2019. The WIC program provides specific supplemental foods and nutrition education at no cost to participating families.

10.18.18 Expanded Health Department Services Help You Travel Well Starting October 2018, the Department of Public Health expands its travel health services to help individuals apply for travel identification documents and consult with travelers about their destination to suggest ways to avoid illness before, during and after the trip.

5.1.18 Recycle Works Disposes HHW The average home stores nearly 100 pounds of hazardous materials that pose a health risk if disposed improperly. St. Charles County residents may bring these materials to the Recycle Works locations for safe collection.

3.21.18 Health Services Clinic Offers Titer Screenings Many preventable diseases have resurfaced in recent years as immunity levels decrease. To help individuals know if they are immune or need a booster for these illnesses, the Division of Health Services now offers titer screening services.

12.11.17 Give Nature a Gift by Recycling Natural Christmas Trees Recycling a natural Christmas tree gives one last holiday gift. When recycled, these evergreens can serve as fish habitats in the lakes of area parks, chipped wood paths along natural surface walking trails, mulch and much more. Trees are collected Dec 26 through Jan 13 at locations throughout St. Charles County.

6.22.17 Teamwork Key to Controlling Mosquitoes Curtailing nuisance pests is a team effort, calling upon cooperation from St. Charles County residents and staff from the Division of Environmental Health and Protection. For more information on preventing mosquito bites, please visit www.sccmo.org/mosquito.

6.9.16 Get Back-to-School Immunizations The state of Missouri requires students to be up-to-date on specific immunizations. To help meet these requirements, the St. Charles County Department of Public Health's Immunizations Clinic provides these necessary vaccinations.

5.10.16 Control Mosquitoes Through Reduction, Repellent The Division of Environmental Health and Protection will help to reduce mosquitoes this year by treating habitats and populations with larvicide and insecticide. Residents should protect themselves by using repellent when outdoors and by removing standing water sources from their homes.

1.7.16 Department Changes Name Effective Jan 1, 2016, the health department will now be named the Department of Public Health. The three divisions are the Division of Environmental Health and Protection, Division of Health Services, and Division of Humane Services.

12.15.15 Recycle Natural Christmas Trees This Year Instead of trashing your tree after Christmas, consider recycling it. To make recycling natural trees more convenient, SCC Health partners with area municipalities to present a free collection for residents at various locations.

12.2.15 Celebrate 25 Years of Recycling Since opening its first facility in 1990, St. Charles County has collected more than 40 million pounds of recyclable material. Now with two facilities open, read how SCC Health is celebrating 25 years of recycling this year.

11.13.15 SCC Health Renews WIC Services Contract The Division of Public Health has renewed its contract with the state to continue operating the popular Women, Infants and Children program through 2016. The program provides specific foods and nutrition education to growing families.

10.28.15 Take Steps to Fight the Flu Peak flu season typically runs from November through February, but there are things you can do to protect your family. Get vaccinated today for the best protection.

10.22.15 Bat Tested, Found Positive for Rabies A dead bat discovered in a northeastern St. Charles County home has tested positive for rabies. Pet owners are reminded that County ordinance requires rabies vaccinations for all dogs and cats.

2.25.15 Plan Ahead To Weather The Storm St. Charles County encourages residents and businesses to review dangerous weather response plans and participate in the statewide tornado safety drill on March 3, 2015.

12.11.14 Recycle Your Natural Christmas Tree Instead of trashing your natural tree after the Yuletide celebration, consider recycling it for free as a way to give one last gift to the environment. Various sites throughout the county will accept these trees.

12.3.14 Deck The Halls Pet Adoption Event If you're seeking to add a cuddly pet to your household this holiday, the Pet Adoption Center's Deck The Paws adoption event, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 20, will help you find the purr-fect pal.

11.13.14 WIC Peer Counselors Support Breastfeeding To provide information and support to families who wish to breastfeed their children, the St. Charles County WIC program introduced a Peer Counseling program. In addition, a Parenting Support Group will meet monthly to discuss parenting topics.

10.22.14 SCC Health Renews WIC Services Contract The Department of Community Health and the Environment will extend its operating agreement for the popular Women, Infants and Children program through 2015. WIC provides supplemental food and nutrition education at no cost to qualifying participants.